My favorite books that restore your soul and let you know you are not alone

Why am I passionate about this?

The reason why I recommended these books is they all have the constant theme of freedom. Each one is very unique, and they all have adventure, romance, tragedy, and fantasy. Every single book is a different journey of healing for your soul that I feel anyone would enjoy. We have two biographies that are so raw; they will rock your soul, and you can relate to them. We have one on how not to get offended, which is amazing, and another that is sci-fi, which is way better than Harry Potter ever thought about being. If you like me as an author, you will love the books that I have recommended. 

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You Got Daddy Issues?

By Polly Betzner Walshin,

Book cover of You Got Daddy Issues?

What is my book about?

My book is an autobiography about my life and my journey of never feeling the love of my own father. It is about adventure, my life as a hippie, living on a commune being on the front of many magazine covers, divorce, being a single mother, and trying to carry the weight of the world on my shoulders. 

This book will help people to understand that our past does not have to define us. Throughout my life I never felt that I was good enough, and it all went back to not feeling like I was loved by my own dad. I was able to begin the healing process once I realize I have a Heavenly Father, that totally loves me and has never abandoned me. 

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The books I picked & why

Book cover of Fantasy World

Polly Betzner Walshin Why did I love this book?

I recommend this amazing book because it will truly help bring you out of hiding. When we are always trying to be in self-protection mode, from what we experienced in childhood, we’re going to a place of hiding.

Through her honesty and revelations, this book will free you from wherever you’re hiding and what you need freedom from.

By Michele Franklin,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Fantasy World as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.


Book cover of Kingdom Identity: Heal Your Soul & Step Into Your Destiny

Polly Betzner Walshin Why did I love this book?

This jaw-dropping autobiography from Lisa will leave you wanting more on every page.

She bears her soul with everything that she went through being on the streets, dealing drugs, running away from home, being abused, and going to prison.

Throughout the book, her transparency of what she felt will guide you on an adventure and ultimately will show you who your true identity is with with Jesus.

Book cover of The Orb of Truth

Polly Betzner Walshin Why did I love this book?

I love this book! It is not dark magic or white magic. It’s kingdom magic.

This book will knock your socks off if you’re ready for sci-fi and adventure in an Indy book classic. It’s a cross between the Lord of the Rings and The Wizard of Oz, where you're swept away into magical land elves and all kinds of cool stuff.

By Brae Wyckoff,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked The Orb of Truth as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

"Fans of Tolkien should lap up Brae Wyckoff's book. Can Wyckoff actually write? Yes, he can." San Francisco Book Review

Young Adult Epic Fantasy book one: The Orb of Truth
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In the hundreds of years since the Holy City disappeared, darkness has fallen over the land. Human kingdoms have seized control of the realm, scattering the other races into…


Book cover of The Bait of Satan: Living Free from the Deadly Trap of Offense

Polly Betzner Walshin Why did I love this book?

I read this book 17 years ago, and I have not forgotten it.

It really shows you all the places where the devil tries to trap you by baiting you. For instance, if your husband says a particular thing, you get really ticked off, and you guys get into an argument. You took the bait.

This book shows you how to stop yourself before you get caught in those traps and gives you tools to get around the devil's schemes and plans. 

By John Bevere,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked The Bait of Satan as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

From the author of ECPA and CBA top sellers, Thus Saith the Lord?, Breaking Intimidation, and The Fear of the Lord 
BEST SELLING BOOK WITH OVER 1 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE

Are you compelled to tell your side of the story?
Do you fight thoughts of suspicion or distrust?
Are you constantly rehearsing past hurts?
Have you lost hope because of what someone did to you?
 
The Bait of Satan exposes one of the most deceptive snares Satan uses to get believers out of the will of God--offense. This trap restrains countless Christians, severs relationships, and widens the gulfs between…


Book cover of The Jesus Fast: The Call to Awaken the Nations

Polly Betzner Walshin Why did I love this book?

First of all, Lou Engel is an amazing man in his 60s, and he literally probably spent half of his life fasting and intercession in prayer for the nations and for the world.

This book shows you the power of fasting and the miracle answers that happened so many times in history, where there’s been a movement of God where fasting was prevalent.

By Lou Engle, Dean Briggs,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked The Jesus Fast as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

A Passionate, Prophetic Summons to Prayer and Fasting

We are poised at a key moment in history. Amidst pain and chaos, we can turn the tide of evil in our lands. With excitement and profound insight, seasoned prophetic leader Lou Engle shows how: through bold faith and aggressive, passionate prayer and fasting.

Here he equips you with the dynamic, practical tools you need to answer the call of countercultural consecration. Using Jesus as the role model, he reveals that 40 days of prayer and fasting always precede breakthrough, revelations of God's glory, breakage of demonic hindrances, and more. As we…


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By Carol Newman Cronin,

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Why am I passionate about this?

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What is my book about?

James Malloy is a ferry captain--or used to be, until he was unceremoniously fired and replaced by a "girl" named Courtney Farris. Now, instead of piloting Brenton Island’s daily lifeline to the glitzy docks of Newport, Rhode Island, James spends his days beached, bitter, and bored.

When he discovers a plan for a private golf course on wilderness sacred to his dying best friend, James is determined to stop such "improvements." But despite Brenton's nickname as "Cooperation Island," he's used to working solo. To keep historic trees and ocean shoreline open to all, he'll have to learn to cooperate with other islanders--including Captain Courtney, who might just morph from irritant to irresistible once James learns a secret that's been kept from him for years.

Ferry to Cooperation Island

By Carol Newman Cronin,

What is this book about?

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When he discovers a private golf course staked out across wilderness sacred to his dying best friend, a Narragansett Indian, James is determined to stop such "improvements." But despite Brenton's nickname as "Cooperation Island," he's used to working solo. To keep rocky bluffs, historic trees, and ocean shoreline open to all, he'll have…


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